A small group
Want to serve everyone a regular currant bun without having too many left over? Start with the number of guests and how much each person would like. Lidl, ALDI and Jumbo list bags of six currant buns.
Which size works best for you?
A table with a selection of snacks
If you’re serving other dishes alongside the currant buns, smaller portions may work better. PLUS lists a bag of nine mini currant and raisin buns; bear in mind that a mini bun isn’t the same as a regular bun.
A host who likes to plan ahead
If you’re buying for a larger group or expect to have leftovers, check the storage instructions before you buy. The PLUS bag of eight and the Albert Heijn bag of ten included in our research both say they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how many regular or smaller portions you want to serve. Then think about how you’ll store any leftovers. If a guest has a food allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information before choosing a bag.
| What to consider | What to check | Who should consider this? |
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| Enough portions | Count your guests and compare the number of regular buns in each bag with the portion you want to serve per person. | If I want to give everyone a regular bun, I don’t want to buy too few or be left with a nearly full bag. Around 40% of consumers prioritise having enough portions without buying more than they need. |
| Smaller portions to share | Check whether they’re mini buns; don’t compare nine minis directly with nine regular buns. | When there are lots of other snacks, I want to be able to serve currant buns in smaller portions. Around 30% of consumers prioritise the convenience of sharing. |
| Storing leftovers | Read the storage instructions and check whether the variety you’ve chosen can be frozen at home. | If we don’t eat all the buns, I want to know what I can do with the leftovers. Being able to store leftovers is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging you’re actually buying. | If a guest has a food allergy, I want to be able to check whether this particular bag is suitable to serve. Around 10% of consumers prioritise this check when buying. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing only the number of buns
Nine mini buns will go round differently from eight or ten regular buns. So a higher number of buns doesn’t automatically mean you’ll have enough for the portions you want to serve.
Decide whether a regular bun, a mini bun or a smaller portion alongside other dishes is right for each guest. Then compare the packs.
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Buying a large bag without a plan for leftovers
A larger bag is only practical if you can store the leftover buns according to the instructions. The PLUS bag of eight and the Albert Heijn bag of ten included in our research say they can be frozen on the day of purchase.
Read the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen before buying more buns than you expect to serve that evening.
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Assuming the allergens are always the same
The PLUS varieties included in our research list ingredients such as wheat, rye and milk. The ingredients and warnings may differ for another variety.
If you’re catering for guests with a food allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information on the actual packaging, even if you’ve bought the same brand before.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Extra lang lekker raisin and currant buns in a pack of ten.
- The product information says they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and used within one month.
- Check the label on the pack you buy for ingredients and allergen information.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists raisin and currant buns in packs of six, a size to consider for a smaller group.
- Six regular buns let you match the number of portions to a smaller table.
- Check the current range and the label on the variety you choose.
PLUS
PLUS lists regular currant buns in packs of eight and mini currant and raisin buns in packs of nine.
- You can choose between regular buns and smaller portions for a table with a selection of snacks.
- The varieties included in our research list wheat, rye and milk. Check the rest of the allergen information on the packaging too.
Lidl
Lidl lists a bag of six currant buns.
- A pack of six could suit a smaller group looking to share regular buns.
- Lidl says this variety is only available in store; check the packaging there.
ALDI
ALDI lists raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.
- The pack size gives you an alternative to a larger bag when you’re shopping for a small table.
- Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the bag in store.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a sharing bag a standard size for currant buns?
No. Check the actual number of buns and their size. Albert Heijn and PLUS list regular bags of ten and eight respectively, while PLUS also lists a bag of nine mini buns.
Can I freeze leftover currant buns?
According to the product information, you can freeze the PLUS variety of eight and the Albert Heijn variety of ten included in our research on the day of purchase; the instructions say to use them within one month. Always follow the instructions on the bag you buy.
Can I serve currant buns to guests with a gluten or milk allergy?
Don’t assume they’re suitable based on the product name. The PLUS varieties included in our research list ingredients such as wheat, rye and milk. Read the full allergen information on the packaging before choosing and serving a variety.
Does every currant bun contain iodised salt?
You can’t tell from the product category. If the type of salt used matters to you, check the ingredients list on the pack you’ve chosen.
How should I store a bag until fakeaway night?
Follow the storage instructions and check the date on the packaging. The PLUS varieties included in our research say to store them in a cool, dry place away from light; check the instructions on your bag for the variety you’ve bought.